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Windows Catering Company, one of my Favs, has a brand new blog, All The Right Ingredients!
The blog will feature weddings, venues, catering, event planners and vendors…Doesn’t this just sound right up our ally?! Be sure to add it to your list of daily reads for more inside scoop on the world of D.C. weddings and catering!
Alison Zuchowski Hunt and Walter Hunt’s wedding is one of the cutest and most heartwarming weddings that I have seen in a long time! The vintage, rustic theme is adorable.
Alison, the bride tell us more about her wedding vision:
Once we took a tour, I knew it was the perfect place for us. It had everything we were looking for; rustic, cozy vibe (the fall colors would be perfect), the outdoor ceremony, and the one thing on Walt’s criteria was to have the ceremony and reception at the same location and a place where all of our family and bridal party could sleep. It was everything we wanted! The landscape is breathtaking (who knew this majestic view was just 40 minutes away!?) and the facility is truly unlike anything else in the area; but what sealed the deal was the amazing service. The mountians, the cows (oh yes, the cows!), the leaves, the air, the history, it made our wedding day fun, memorable, unique, perfect…like out of a bridal magazine. I wouldn’t have asked for anything else.
The ceremony took place outside in front of a bright red house, under large trees that sprinkled the lawn with autumn leaves.
I was so excited when these inspiration boards from Windows Catering showed up in my inbox – how cute are these!? I love the design concepts and treats…
As steamy and humid as it is this week, these photos are awesome. Bring on summer! Oh okay, maybe just spring…
First up, are you searching for that jaw-dropping, “it’s the one”, “more beautiful than I imagined” dress? Then you are in luck because there are a couple of fantastic sample sales to hit this weekend!
First, Chevy Chase Bridal’s Sample Sale at Mazza Gallerie on Friday, Saturday and Sunday:
Next, the Anne Barge Trunk Show at Hitched on Friday and Saturday, March 12th and 13th.
Anne Barge has been designing gowns for decades, and she’s a legend in the industry for her opulent embroidery, flattering silhouettes, and ability to make every bride feel elegant and romantic on her wedding day. You are certain to fall in love with Anne’s modern take on old-school romance, as so many brides have.
RSVP to 202-333-6162 or appointments@hitchedsalon.com.
Then, last but certainly not least, taste yummy food and drinks by the oh-so-delicious Windows Catering Company on Saturday, March 13th:
I hope to see you out and about this weekend!
This week I would like to feature one of our esteemed District Favorites: Windows Catering! They are fresh, fun, and fabulous, and when working with Windows, ‘no’ is simply not an answer. They will listen and truly turn your event ideas into reality, leaving you and your guests talking about the wonderful food and presentation for years to come! This week I had an interview with Kelsey Hendrickson, a lovely Event Consultant at Windows Catering.
As spring is (hopefully) approaching, what new flavors and dishes will Windows Catering be offering to clients and those interested in your services?
One of the biggest trends we’re still seeing is local, sustainable and seasonal. This spring we’re focusing on fresh ingredients with what’s in season. Some fun new menus are:
Specialty Drink Ideas: A Cherry Old Fashioned (Sweet and sour cherries muddled with orange juice, maple syrup, a dash of bitters, served with bourbon over ice and garnished with cherry foam), Pineapple Mojitos, and Blueberry Pie Martinis
Hors d’oeuvres: Spinach filled Crepes tied with Chive Ribbons, Spring Pea Soup Shooters with Maryland Lump Crab, Mini Lobster Corn Dogs
Plated Entrée: Spring Long Island Duck breast with a Bing cherry glaze over roasted rhubarb and fennel bed with corn and wild rice flapjacks and topped with a Bing cherry relish
Plated Dessert: A Deconstructed Pineapple Upside Down Cake served in a martini glass accompanied by a home-made coconut sorbet.
District Weddings Editor